Scarsdale To Celebrate World Cultures With First International Fair

China, Brazil, Russia, Sweden, Uraguay, Japan, England, Israel, South Korea, Pakistan.

What do all of these countries have in common? Indeed, they all have diverse, rich, and vibrant cultures.

Local volunteers representing these countries, along with 26 others, will be displaying aspects of their respective cultures at Scarsdale Schools' very first International Fair this Sunday, April 25 from noon to 4p.m. at the high school.

The district's Multicultural Committees decided that, in light of the earthquakes that devastated Haiti and Chile earlier this year, all proceeds from the event will go toward the American Red Cross' efforts at helping survivors.

Each country's booth will have music, dancing, arts and crafts, games, food tastings, and other activities.

The fair is reflective of the school district's Interdiscipline Institute's initiatives to provide students with an education that reflects an increasingly globalized landscape. The fair is an extension of the Institute's highlighting in the academic realm students' "role in an interdependent world where new skills and abilities are essential."

The following is a summary of the day's events, courtesy of the fair's organizers:

Doors open to the public. Food court will also open at this time, offering cuisine from 13 countries. Local pop artist Michael Albert will hold a collage art workshop until 3p.m. From noon to 4p.m., there will be an international art exhibition by Scardale Middle School students, sponsored by Creative Connections Art Exhibition.

Led by Scottish bagpipe players and Chinese lion dancers, the Grand Parade will feature also feature representatives dressed in authentic garb from the 32 countries included in the fair.

Superintendent Dr. Michael McGill and head of the Interdependence Institute Dr. Joan Weber will present the official opening of Scarsdale Schools' first International Fair. There will be performances by a cello trio and a Chinese opera face changing act by a distinguished Chinese magician.

Cultural performances will continue throughout the day at three locations in the high school.

The Brooklyn Rugby Club will play a "Sevens" rugby match.

Yoga Demonstration & Classes by two Yoga teachers who have a combined experience of 40 years

Play Rugby USA will host a youth clinic at this time.

A cricket youth clinic will be held at this time.

Tickets for the International Fair are $10/person or $25/family and can be bought at the door or through the school's website.